Best The Simpsons Tapped Out Podcasts (2025)

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The Running Man, Frankenstein, Eddie Murphy & more 40:33

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7h ago40:33

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There's a new Running Man at the movies this week, so we reviewed the original from 1987, AND touched on another Arnold Schwarzenegger classic from 1987. We also gave our thoughts on Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein. Jeff watched a new documentary on Eddie Murphy called Being Eddie. I've got some follow-up thoughts on Physical Asia, and another Ne…

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Edgar Wright on THE RUNNING MAN 1:21:18

2d ago1:21:18

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Some exciting news—The Take is now on Patreon: www.patreon.com/kermodeandmayo. Become a Vanguardista or an Ultra Vanguardista to get video episodes of Take Two every week, plus member‑only chat rooms, polls and submissions to influence the show, behind‑the‑scenes photos and videos, the monthly Redactor’s Roundup newsletter, and access to a new fort…

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RE-RELEASE - Bill Hader 1:25:30

3d ago1:25:30

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Let’s revisit this interview with a true SNL Hall of Famer! Order your Fly on the Wall Merch NOW! Hoodie, sweatpants, t-shirts, hat, and mug, at shopflyonthewall.com - available November 6-13 ONLY! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit http…

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SEBASTIAN MANISCALCO: From Comedy Store Roots, Nerves With De Niro & Learning to Slow Down 1:25:24

5d ago1:25:24

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Sebastian Maniscalco (The Irishman, About My Father) joins us this week for an unfiltered conversation about chasing approval, the grind of stand-up, and learning to slow down. Sebastian opens up about growing up with immigrant parents, bombing in his early sets, and the nerves of auditioning for Scorsese before eventually working with Robert De Ni…

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New Fly Merch + Trump Arrests Jimmy Stewart and Christopher Walken?? 47:46

6d ago47:46

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Exciting news! They said it couldn’t be done—but we’ve got swag! For a limited time, grab yours at shopflyonthewall.com. Dana and David kick things off by celebrating their first-ever merch drop (since SNL never let them sell anything back in the day), then dive into hilarious stories—like Dana’s septic tank saga, Spade’s singing as a cosmonaut on …

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New Predator! John Candy doc, & GETTING PHYSICAL 40:34

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This week we go through what's new at the movies including Predator: Badlands, and have a chat about our favourite Predator movies. Jeff gives us the lowdown on one of his favourite shows of the year, The Lowdown. I finally checked out Fantastic Four First Steps since it's now available on Disney+. Jeff rewatched Jurassic World Rebirth since it's n…

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Daniel Day-Lewis and Ronan Day-Lewis on ANEMONE 1:26:37

9d ago1:26:37

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Some exciting news — The Take is now on Patreon: www.patreon.com/kermodeandmayo. Become a Vanguardista or an Ultra Vanguardista to get video episodes of Take Two every week, plus member‑only chat rooms, polls and submissions to influence the show, behind‑the‑scenes photos and videos, the monthly Redactor’s Roundup newsletter, and access to a new fo…

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Louis CK Is The Greatest Standup 1:09:49

10d ago1:09:49

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Louis CK joins the pod to chat with Dana and David about his debut novel, Ingram, and how everyone related to being raised by a single parent, before shifting gears and talking about comedy. Louie shares all kinds of memories from working on The Dana Carvey Show, how Jerry Seinfeld helped shape Louis’ comedy chops, his decision to ditch Ticketmaste…

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Introducing Free Range with Von Miller 2:36

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Step inside the mind of NFL legend Von Miller as he goes free range — from the gridiron to the culture at large. Each week, Von breaks down the biggest football stories, dives into the world of sports and entertainment, and chops it up with athletes, artists, and trendsetters shaping the conversation. Equal parts football IQ, locker room energy, an…

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Is beer a turn off on a first date?? 1:19:32

11d ago1:19:32

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On tap this week: According to Heineken’s CEO beer eases loneliness and tackles mental health epidemic, Yuengling is to release a new apple beer, A Colorado widow built a ranch for first responders and is now honoring them with a new beer, Garage Beer changes the way you may tackle raking leaves, A country music artist injured a fan with a full bee…

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KRISTEN SCHAAL: Bob's Burgers Family, Becoming Unbreakable & Simpson's Easter Eggs 1:26:56

11d ago1:26:56

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Kristen Schaal (Last Man on Earth, Bob’s Burgers) joins us this week to share her unfiltered journey through the highs and lows of Hollywood. From crashing on couches in New York and making comedy for no money, to finding her voice on South Park and building family on Bob’s Burgers, Kristen’s story is one of persistence and originality. Along the w…

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RE-RELEASE - Laraine Newman 1:00:47

5d ago1:00:47

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One of the first ever Fly episodes with the OG Laraine Newman. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Audacy

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Back to the Future is BACK, & another scary movie for Jeff?? 40:35

7d ago40:35

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This week we tee up the only new movie in theatres, which is Back to the Future! They've re-released it for its 40th anniversary. We also both watched the summer smash hit Weapons, which is now on Crave. Jeff's got reviews of that Bruce Springsteen movie, and a nuclear thriller called House of Dynamite, and the new IT show is insane! - Brett…

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Is BUGONIA out of this world? + Ruth Wilson on DOWN CEMETERY ROAD 1:24:35

16d ago1:24:35

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Some exciting news — The Take is now on Patreon: www.patreon.com/kermodeandmayo. Become a Vanguardista or an Ultra Vanguardista to get video episodes of Take Two every week, plus member‑only chat rooms, polls and submissions to influence the show, behind‑the‑scenes photos and videos, the monthly Redactor’s Roundup newsletter, and access to a new fo…

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RE-RELEASE - Andy Samberg 1:20:14

7d ago1:20:14

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Unearthing this in-studio episode with a true SNL legend! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Audacy

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Man dies after drinking beer; leads to giant drug trafficking discovery 1:19:46

18d ago1:19:46

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On tap this week: A man dies minutes after opening a beer after work, TABC tests liquor bottles for contamination at a local bar, Molson Coors cutting workforce, Xavier University announces new beer, When your life hits rock bottom…just know you can make alcohol from hot dogs, A fun fact about putting egg in your beer, Hold My Beer and Watch This a…

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BARBARA CRAMPTON: Horror Queen Roots, Family Fractures, and Speaking Your Truth 1:10:31

18d ago1:10:31

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Barbara Crampton (Re-Animator, From Beyond) joins us this week to open up about her journey from cult horror icon to truth-seeking storyteller. Barbara shares what it was like growing up in a carny family, the fractured reality of her parents’ marriage, and how she eventually found closure with her father. We also talk about her early soap opera da…

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Emergency Podcast: We Plead Ignorance To Halloween 46:20

20d ago46:20

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The podcasters who cried “emergency” are back to plead their ignorance on all things. First they chat about Halloween and their best and worst costumes. Then they shift gears into Francis Ford Coppola impressions before tackling news headlines, like the major sports betting scandal involving the mob and the real reason Jennifer Aniston turned down …

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SIX new movies AGAIN including BRUUUUUUUUUUCE! 40:35

14d ago40:35

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Busy weekend at the movies with another six new ones (there were six last week too), and Jeff's cautiously excited for the Bruce Springsteen biopic... He's also got a review of the new Keanu Reeves angel comedy Good Fortune, a review of season 3 of The Diplomat, and we both offer our thoughts on the season finale for the HBO crime drama Task. - Bre…

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Did Mark ‘Louvre’ Josh O’Connor’s timely heist movie THE MASTERMIND? + Does SPRINGSTEEN deliver? 1:28:45

24d ago1:28:45

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This Week on the Show: Josh O’Connor, Kelly Reichardt & the Art of the Heist Fresh off the headlines of a real-life Louvre robbery, indie auteur Kelly Reichardt and breakout star Josh O’Connor join Simon to talk about their buzzy new film, The Mastermind—a stylish 70s-set art-heist drama that’s suddenly feeling very timely. O’Connor plays JB, a sla…

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Isla Fisher Has The Best Friend Group 51:28

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Isla Fisher drops by the “bomb shelter” to chat with Dana and David about all the A-list celebs she fills her time with, and how she got her big role in Wedding Crashers. She also shares stories from the set of Now You See Me: Now You Don’t. Plus she practices her pitch to Hello Sunshine with the guys. To learn more about listener data and our priv…

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RE-RELEASE - Will Ferrell 1:51:40

15d ago1:51:40

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Live from the Largo Theater in LA circa 2023! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Audacy

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KRISTIN KREUK: Smallville Memories, Facing Rejection & Midlife Reflections 1:06:38

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Kristin Kreuk (Smallville, Burden of Truth) opens up in this week’s episode about the surprising turns of her career and the lessons learned along the way. From the sting of being fired from a pilot to the unexpected path that led her to Smallville, Kristin reflects on rejection, resilience, and finding her voice. She also talks about midlife healt…

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Spade CLAPS BACK at Critic (Salesforce CEO CONTROVERSY) 1:04:16

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A emergency intro discussing David caught up in the Salesforce CEO drama. Then, Dana and David recap their recent Vegas gig and having to bow to high rollers. David even shares fun facts about cards before they do all kinds of impressions of their manager (Marc Gurvitz), discuss the week of Trump and various house issues they are facing. They get i…

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Has FRANKENSTEIN got Mark (re)animated? + Russell Tovey 1:24:14

1M ago1:24:14

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Vanguardistas have more fun—so if you don’t already subscribe to the podcast, join the Vanguard today via Apple Podcasts or extratakes.com for non-fruit-related devices. In return you’ll get a whole extra Take 2 alongside Take 1 every week, with bonus reviews, more viewing recommendations from the Good Doctors and whole bonus episodes just for you.…

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New Game of Thrones and SIX NEW MOVIES?? 40:35

22d ago40:35

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We also look at the new bonkers HBO show The Chair Company, the latest season of The Diplomat, my reviews of Sinners and How to Train Your Dragon 2025, and the deaths of a pair of Hollywood legends. - BrettBy Curiouscast

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Nick Offerman the Humorist 54:00

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Nick Offerman pops onto the pod to chat with Dana and David about his “Johnny Appleseed Mission”, which is why he wrote Little Woodchucks. They also chat about his latest movie with Jacob Tremblay called Sovereign which leads to a bigger discussion on how Nick bolsters his acting confidence, his breakout roles, and all their favorite films. And of …

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EMILY DESCHANEL: Life After Bones, Putting Family First & Strength in Vulnerability 1:13:25

1M ago1:13:25

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Emily Deschanel (Bones, Animal Kingdom) joins us this week for a heartfelt and revealing conversation about stepping out of the shadow of a legacy role, balancing family with career, and embracing vulnerability as a source of strength. Emily talks about the highs and lows of working on Bones for over a decade, the unexpected adjustments of life aft…

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Madonna Stories & What NOT To Say To Women 53:43

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David and Dana chat about David’s corporate gig in Seattle before sharing stories about Madonna back in the day and what you definitely shouldn’t say to women. Then they react to news stories like Taylor Swift’s spicy lyrics in her song “Wood” and how real aliens live among us. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: http…

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Tron threequel?? John Candy doc, & 4K SEVEN! Or Se7en lol 40:36

30d ago40:36

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Hello there! This week we break down what's new at the movies including TRON: ARES. We also discussed a new documentary on John Candy that's out this week on Prime. Jeff blew my mind when he told me which movie he was reviewing, and I finally got my mitts of SEVEN in 4K. - BrettBy Curiouscast

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TRON: ARES: “It was like my brain was atrophying” + Kathryn Bigelow & Rebecca Ferguson 1:15:46

1M ago1:15:46

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Vanguardistas have more fun—so if you don’t already subscribe to the podcast, join the Vanguard today via Apple Podcasts or extratakes.com for non-fruit-related devices. In return you’ll get a whole extra Take 2 alongside Take 1 every week, with bonus reviews, more viewing recommendations from the Good Doctors and whole bonus episodes just for you.…

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RE-RELEASE - Amy Poehler 1:03:17

28d ago1:03:17

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In honor of Amy Poehler hosting SNL this week we're bringing this great episode back to the top! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Audacy

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DAVID GIUNTOLI: Secret Grimm Romance, Almost Superman & Lessons in Humility 1:19:59

1M ago1:19:59

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Bunny, Breakup, and Kanye's List 51:02

1M ago51:02

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Dana and David react to the Nicole Kidman–Keith Urban split, then David unleashes life-on-the-road tales, including why he swears off coffee. The guys confess their undying love for cigarettes before they weigh in on Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl splash, wonder why Spade didn’t make Kanye’s list, talk celebrity group text chains, and debate whether AI act…

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Another Simpsons movie?? Taylor vs The Rock 40:34

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This week Jeff's got a review of One Battle After Another, we also look at the five movies out in theatres this weekend, including two of the world's biggest stars going head-to-head -- although, it won't even be a close match. We also get the lowdown on... The Lowdown, and we go back to the BUTLERVERSE. And finally... there's going to be another S…

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Aimee Lou Wood on Film Club + a DOUBLE BILL of films of the week 1:17:05

1M ago1:17:05

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Vanguardistas have more fun—so if you don’t already subscribe to the podcast, join the Vanguard today via Apple Podcasts or extratakes.com for non-fruit-related devices. In return you’ll get a whole extra Take 2 alongside Take 1 every week, with bonus reviews, more viewing recommendations from the Good Doctors and whole bonus episodes just for you.…

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Charlie Sheen Bets On Himself And Keeps WINNING! 1:00:45

1M ago1:00:45

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Dana and David welcome Charlie Sheen (and brother Emilio Estevez briefly). Charlie relives sitting shoulder-to-shoulder at Canelo vs. Crawford with David (and living to tell it), deconstructs the origin story of his most famous catchphrases, and shares what it was like growing up alongside Rob Lowe and Sean Penn. Charlie breaks down the legendary 1…

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RE-RELEASE - Zach Galifianakis 1:11:31

1M ago1:11:31

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From the archives, a live show with Zach Galifianakis! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Audacy

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MARÍA GABRIELA DE FARÍA: Superman Villainy, Culture Shocks & Turning Trauma to Humor 1:12:25

2M ago1:12:25

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María Gabriela de Faría (Superman, Animal Control) joins us this week for a powerful and open conversation about stepping into a life-changing role in Superman while learning to embrace her own vulnerability. María talks about leaving Venezuela for Hollywood, the culture shock she faced, and the identity struggles that came with it. She opens up ab…

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Kimmel + Free Speech Perspectives & A Shared Love Of Airports 44:01

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Dana and David unpack the now-apparently-over Jimmy Kimmel saga and segue into a free-speech chat. Then it’s off to Dana’s happy place—the airport. They wrap with a whirl through the weird-news wire, including the hair monster that lives underground. Buckle up. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc…

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Survivor rules again! Kimmel is back! Jeff goes CUCKOO 40:34

2M ago40:34

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This week we talk about the debut episode of SURVIVOR 49, and we continue to adore this show. We also discussed Jimmy Kimmel's return and the masterclass monologue he delivered. Jeff has a couple of movie reviews, including revisiting an all-time classic, and I'm not sure what to think about the first teaser for The Mandalorian and Grogu, but Jeff'…

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Is ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER film of the year? With Paul Thomas Anderson 1:15:09

2M ago1:15:09

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Vanguardistas have more fun—so if you don’t already subscribe to the podcast, join the Vanguard today via Apple Podcasts or extratakes.com for non-fruit-related devices. In return you’ll get a whole extra Take 2 alongside Take 1 every week, with bonus reviews, more viewing recommendations from the Good Doctors and whole bonus episodes just for you.…

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Rainn Wilson Is Out Of Hot “Office” Takes 54:38

2M ago54:38

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Dana and David welcome Rainn Wilson who dishes stories from The Office, gives the scoop on his new movie Code 3, and stages a much-needed hair-intervention for the hosts. He also recounts a live taping of Just Shoot Me (starring David), then unloads blazing hot takes including one on the DMV. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practi…

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JOHN BARROWMAN: Full Transparency, Reclaiming Control & the Fan Who Saved His Life 1:25:38

2M ago1:25:38

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John Barrowman (Doctor Who, Torchwood) joins us this week for a transparent conversation about the facts and fiction of his contentious actions on set in the past and the dangerous fallout as a result of it in the present. John owns up to his actions while reflecting on how this period of time lead to some dark thoughts and plans; one of which was …

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SNL’s The Reality Show? & Megastars David Met at the Canelo–Crawford Fight 50:00

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Dana and David go deep on the 28-minute bathroom break David witness and why the restroom might be the best place to make friends. Plus fresh SNL reactions and why that show needs a reality-show. Then David recaps the Canelo vs. Crawford fight in Vegas surrounded by megastars, with a Charlie Sheen sighting. David drops a killer Jason Statham impres…

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Introducing Simpsons Declassified with Nancy Cartwright 3:13

2M ago3:13

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Simpsons fans —THE VAULT IS OPEN! I’m Nancy Cartwright, the voice of Bart Simpson for 35+ years, and I’m finally taking you inside Springfield. Simpsons Declassified is your all-access pass to the world’s most iconic, animated series. Each week, we crack open wild predictions, eerie coincidences and fan conspiracies and stories from 36 seasons (tha…

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Kimmel ousted, Emmys good or bad, Survivor 49! 40:35

2M ago40:35

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This week we'll discuss the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel, we'll recap and review the Emmys, Jeff honours the passing of Robert Redford with a review of one of the movies he directed, and we're getting excited about the return of SURVIVOR! SEASON 49!! - BrettBy Curiouscast

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Robert Redford remembered + Paul Greengrass on THE LOST BUS 1:15:46

2M ago1:15:46

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Vanguardistas have more fun—so if you don’t already subscribe to the podcast, join the Vanguard today via Apple Podcasts or extratakes.com for non-fruit-related devices. In return you’ll get a whole extra Take 2 alongside Take 1 every week, with bonus reviews, more viewing recommendations from the Good Doctors and whole bonus episodes just for you.…

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RE-RELEASE - Jason Sudeikis 1:56:20

2M ago1:56:20

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On his 50th birthday we bring you a mega episode with Jason Sudeikis! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Audacy

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MATT JONES: Family Over Fame, Breaking Bad Anxiety & Typecast Exhaustion 1:20:25

2M ago1:20:25

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Matt Jones (Breaking Bad, Mom) joins us this week to share how growing up in a tumultuous household shaped him into a devoted family man who prioritizes his family over fame. Matt talks candidly about the dichotomy between who he prides himself to be versus the offbeat, aloof characters he gets typecast as. We also talk about the anxiety he experie…